“Footbahlin’ with Ben Roethlisberger”, Episode 129
From there, we get nerdy in the best way: quarterback fundamentals, footwork, and why seeing a young QB drill something like a three-step drop can spark a bigger question about the college football pipeline. We break down under-center mechanics, pro-style timing, anticipation throws, and the difference between the clean “handbook” version of the position and the real NFL moments where protection fails and you survive on feel, instincts, and experience. If you love the chess match side of football, this part is for you.
We also dig into the offensive line as a chemistry problem, not just a talent problem. OTAs are for shuffling pieces, testing combinations, and finding the five who actually function as one unit. Then we close with something personal: celebrating Ashley’s seminary graduation and what it takes for a whole family to support a long-term goal.
It’s the BIG 10 for Bodie!!!
Memorial Day, 2026
And some had to fall.”
#DenSemGrad
“We are so proud of you Ashley (Mom)! You worked so hard, and all those long nights of reading and paper writing paid off. The last 3 years have been tough, but all your hard work and dedication paid off! We love you, and are so proud! Master of Arts in Biblical & Theological Studies…DenSem!” — Ben, Benjamin Jr., Baylee & Bodie. 🎓🙌❤️
Will Howard: “Ben’s Been A Great Resource”
Roethlisberger is considered one of the best quarterbacks in the history of the NFL, and he should be a first ballot Hall of Famer. He won two Super Bowls during his career and played in three, and the city of Pittsburgh loved him throughout his time with the Steelers. It should excite fans to know that he has been helping young quarterback Will Howard throughout the first season and offseason of his career, as Howard shared on The Christian Kuntz Podcast that Roethlisberger has always kept his door open to the former Ohio State Buckeye. He shared this when asked about the situation he was drafted into.
“It’s not a bad scenario at all. I am in great hands. I got to learn. Everyone talks about last year saying it was a wasted year, it was not. I know I was on IR for 10 weeks, but I just got to sit there and watch Aaron [Rodgers]. I got to study, I got to break down clips for him. I was his signal guy. He let me pick his brain, and he was just so good with me. All throughout last year, even through this offseason. And then obviously, Ben. Ben’s been a great resource. He’s always said to me, ‘Anything you need man, my door is open.'” — Will Howard.
“Footbahlin’ with Ben Roethlisberger”, Episode 128
We talk about Rosie’s roots as a defensive lineman, why sacks were always the goal, and how he trained for the NFL as an “athlete” while teams projected him at linebacker, fullback, or anywhere he could help. Then we get into the hard turn: Atlanta, cameras, learning an entirely new offensive language, and a cut that sent him back home to teach at his high school while he kept training for a second chance that was not guaranteed.
That second chance shows up in Pittsburgh, and it comes with a twist. Rosie breaks down what it’s like to be told by Mike Tomlin, in a quick locker room moment, that you’re switching again and you have seconds to decide.
We dig into special teams as a career lifeline, the core four phases, why kickoff coverage became his stage, and how belief plus relentless work can turn a “role player” into someone teams actually game plan for. We also catch up on life after football, mental health, and Rosie’s new chapter in franchising with Playa bowls.